2006 INTERNATIONAL 4300
3 recalls, 4 complaints - 104 TSBs
12V452000 Sep 12, 2012
EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL
Defect Description
Geo. Heiser Body Company, Inc., (Geo. Heiser Body Company) is recalling certain model year 2006 International and 2010-2013 Fuso, Hino, International, Kenworth, and Peterbilt vehicles equipped with Sure Power battery separator devices. These devices may overheat.
Consequence
Overheating of the battery separator can result in smoke and possible fire.
Remedy
Geo. Heiser Body Company will notify owners and will replace the battery separators free of charge. The safety recall began on October 25, 2012. Owners may contact Geo. Heiser Body Company at 1-206-622-7985.
05V368000 Aug 26, 2005
PARKING BRAKE
Defect Description
CERTAIN MY 2005 THROUGH 2006 INTERNATIONAL HEAVY TRUCKS AND IC CORP CE SCHOOL BUSES MANUFACTURED BETWEEN JUNE 4, 2004, AND MARCH 31, 2005. THE ANCHOR BOLT THAT IS THE PIVOT POINT FOR THE DRIVELINE PARKING BRAKE SHOES MAY FATIGUE AND BREAK AS A RESULT OF AN INCORRECT SURFACE TREATMENT.
Consequence
IF THE BOLT BREAKS, THE PARK BRAKE MAY NOT ENGAGE. THIS COULD CAUSE THE VEHICLE TO ROLL AWAY WITHOUT WARNING AND COULD RESULT IN A VEHICLE CRASH, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN PROPERTY DAMAGE, PERSONAL INJURY, OR DEATH.
Remedy
INTERNATIONAL RECALL NO. 00518. INTERNATIONAL WILL NOTIFY OWNER AND REPLACE THE AFFECTED ANCHOR BOLTS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON OCTOBER 14, 2005. CUSTOMERS MAY CONTACT INTERNATIONAL AT 1-800-448-7825.
05V297000 Jun 24, 2005
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
Defect Description
ON CERTAIN 4X2 MEDIUM DUTY TRUCKS, A LONGER FRONT HYDRAULIC BRAKE HOSE WAS SUBSTITUTED FOR THE SHORTER, CORRECT LENGTH HOSE.
Consequence
THIS EXTRA LENGTH MAY CAUSE THE WHEEL TO RUB THROUGH THE BRAKE HOSE. A HOLE IN A BRAKE HOSE CAN CAUSE A LOSS OF BRAKING ABILITY THAT COULD RESULT IN A CRASH.
Remedy
DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE FRONT BRAKE HOSES AND IF A BRAKE HOSE IS THE INCORRECT LENGTH, A NEW PROPER LENGTH HOSE WILL BE INSTALLED. THE RECALL BEGAN ON JUNE 24, 2005. OWNERS MAY CONTACT INTERNATIONAL AT 1-800-448-7825.
Complaint Statistics
4 total complaints
2 crashes 3 injuries
Top Reported Components
| Component | Complaints |
|---|---|
| PARKING BRAKE | 1 |
| SUSPENSION | 1 |
| STEERING | 1 |
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING:FUSES AND CIRCUIT BREAKERS | 1 |
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING:FUSES AND CIRCUIT BREAKERS
Apr 18, 2017
Incident date: Mar 30, 2017
TL* THE CONTACT LEASED A 2006 INTERNATIONAL 4300. WHILE DRIVING IN THE RAIN, WATER MADE CONTACT WITH THE FUSE BOX IN THE CABIN OF THE VEHICLE. THE NEXT DAY, THE VEHICLE FAILED TO START. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO THE LEASING GARAGE, BUT WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. WHEN THE WATER DRIED OUT OF THE CA... Read more
STEERING
Dec 15, 2011
Incident date: Apr 20, 2006
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 INTERNATIONAL TOW TRUCK 4300. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE STEERING WAS HARD TO CONTROL, CAUSING THE VEHICLE TO SWERVE AND VIBRATE EXCESSIVELY. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER SEVERAL TIMES FOR THE FAILURE. THE DEALER STATED THAT THERE WAS NOTHING WRONG WITH THE VEHICL... Read more
SUSPENSION
Jul 27, 2010
Incident date: Jul 25, 2010
TL* THE CONTACT RENTED A 2006 INTERNATIONAL 4300 FROM A VEHICLE RENTAL FACILITY. WHILE BRAKING FROM APPROXIMATELY 58 MPH, THE REAR END OF THE VEHICLE BEGAN TO EXCESSIVELY SWAY FROM THE RIGHT, RESULTED IN A SINGLE VEHICLE CRASH. THE CONTACT SUSTAINED MODERATE, UNKNOWN INJURIES AS A RESULT. A POLICE R... Read more
Crash
1 injured
PARKING BRAKE
Aug 2, 2007
Incident date: Jun 21, 2007
THE VEHICLE WAS PARKED AND THE DRIVER GOT OUT OF THE VEHICLE. THE EMERGENCY BRAKE WAS NOT SET AND THERE IS NO WARNING IN THE VEHICLE FOR THAT. THE VEHICLE ROLLED DOWN A STREET, WENT THROUGH A FENCE AND HIT TWO SMALL CHILDREN PLAYING IN THE YARD. THIS TRUCK HAS NO "PARK" GEAR SO IT SHOULD REQUIRE THE... Read more
Crash
2 injured
Technical Service Bulletins, 2006 INTERNATIONAL 4300
104 manufacturer communications from 56 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.
Most Affected Components
| Component | Bulletins |
|---|---|
| 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 18 |
| 060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING | 12 |
| 118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE | 10 |
| 350000 EQUIPMENT | 7 |
| 060000 ENGINE (PWS) | 7 |
| 010000 STEERING | 6 |
| 020000 SUSPENSION | 5 |
| 355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL | 5 |
IK0200013
Feb 21, 2024
010000 STEERING
Suggested alignment target values when performing a vehicle axle alignment.
IK0200013
Feb 21, 2024
020000 SUSPENSION
Suggested alignment target values when performing a vehicle axle alignment.
IK0800407
Feb 21, 2024
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Starter Diagnostics and warranty claim procedure; all engines EXCLUDING Cummins ISB engine with Allison transmission or PSI engine.
IK0800407
Feb 21, 2024
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Starter Diagnostics and warranty claim procedure; all engines EXCLUDING Cummins ISB engine with Allison transmission or PSI engine.
IK0800351
Nov 21, 2023
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
J1939 Data Link Source Address Information
IK0300010
Sep 29, 2023
010000 STEERING
Diagnosis of chassis wander complaints.
IK0300010
Sep 29, 2023
020000 SUSPENSION
Diagnosis of chassis wander complaints.
IK0400040
Sep 26, 2023
030000 BRAKES (PWS)
General Wheel Speed Sensor Troubleshooting
IK2600069
Sep 7, 2023
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
How to request a horsepower quote; all International and Cummins engines
IK0800407
Mar 15, 2023
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Starter diagnostics and warranty claim procedure for all engines and all chassis EXCLUDING vehicles equipped with PSI engines or Cummins ISB engine with Allison transmissions
IK0800407
Mar 15, 2023
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Starter diagnostics and warranty claim procedure for all engines and all chassis EXCLUDING vehicles equipped with PSI engines or Cummins ISB engine with Allison transmissions
IK0800351
Nov 16, 2022
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
J1939 Data link source address information
IK1201472
Sep 29, 2022
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Pico Scope CCOS (Crankcase Separator Test)
IK0800609
Aug 23, 2022
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
PicoScope Test for Datalink (CAN) Health Shorts & opens
IK0800610
Aug 23, 2022
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
PicoScope Test Resistance and Ohmmeter
IK0800607
Aug 23, 2022
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
PicoScope Test - Battery Loss of Charge - Parasitic Draw Test
IK1201469
Aug 23, 2022
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
PicoScope Test One Channel RCT
IK2600052
Mar 14, 2022
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Calculating pulses per mile (speedometer setting); only models equipped with International engines
IK2600052
Mar 14, 2022
117000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL
Calculating pulses per mile (speedometer setting); only models equipped with International engines
IK0800351
Feb 10, 2022
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
J1939 Data Link Source Address Information
IK0800351
Feb 10, 2022
350000 EQUIPMENT
J1939 Data Link Source Address Information
IK0400046
Nov 2, 2021
030000 SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
WABCO Full Power Brake Diagnostic Code (DTC) Index
IK0400046
Nov 2, 2021
050000 PARKING BRAKE
WABCO Full Power Brake Diagnostic Code (DTC) Index
IK0800074
Nov 2, 2021
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Dual Drive Cab Throttle Position Harness for APS/IVS throttle pedals; only models with both left hand and right hand drive.
IK0800074
Nov 2, 2021
180000 VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
Dual Drive Cab Throttle Position Harness for APS/IVS throttle pedals; only models with both left hand and right hand drive.
IK0800080
Nov 2, 2021
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
J1939 Data Link Troubleshooting
IK1000003
Nov 2, 2021
010000 STEERING
Power Steering Diagnostics Flow / Pressure Specifications For Power Steering Gears and Power Steering Pumps
IK0400028
Oct 18, 2021
050000 PARKING BRAKE
How to program parameters after changing WABCO FPB ECU (Parking brake shows N/A)
IK1201299
Sep 30, 2021
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Engine Oil Capacities. All International electronic engines 1994 to present and Cummins ISB, ISM, or ISX engines
IK1201299
Sep 30, 2021
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
Engine Oil Capacities. All International electronic engines 1994 to present and Cummins ISB, ISM, or ISX engines
IK0400040
Jul 19, 2021
030000 SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
General wheel speed sensor troubleshooting
IK0400040
Jul 19, 2021
040000 SERVICE BRAKES, AIR
General wheel speed sensor troubleshooting
IK0700112
Jun 4, 2021
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Aftertreatment Clamp Corrosion; Single Can Aftertreatment Systems
IK0100051
Mar 15, 2021
160000 STRUCTURE
Frame Rail Straightness Inspection Procedure
IK0200013
Mar 4, 2021
020000 SUSPENSION
Suggested alignment target values when performing a vehicle axle alignment
IK1600233
Oct 9, 2020
160000 STRUCTURE
Cab Lean Concern
IK1600233
Oct 9, 2020
350000 EQUIPMENT
Cab Lean Concern
IK1600233
Oct 9, 2020
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
Cab Lean Concern
IK2600185
Aug 28, 2020
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Codes 141, 142, and 621 in a 2-box ECM/IDM; only models with 2-box ECM/IDM from 2003-2007
IK1400005
Aug 25, 2020
350000 EQUIPMENT
Driveline Information Center and Troubleshooting Procedures
IK1400005
Aug 25, 2020
060000 ENGINE (PWS)
Driveline Information Center and Troubleshooting Procedures
IK0800504
Aug 3, 2020
100000 POWER TRAIN
Repair Procedures for Vehicles Struck by Lightning
IK0800504
Aug 3, 2020
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Repair Procedures for Vehicles Struck by Lightning
IK0800504
Aug 3, 2020
060000 ENGINE (PWS)
Repair Procedures for Vehicles Struck by Lightning
IK1900022
Jun 18, 2020
061500 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:OIL/LUBRICATION
A/C Refrigerant and Oil Capacities
IK1600258
Mar 26, 2020
150000 SEAT BELTS
Cleaning and Disinfecting Trucks and Buses
IK1600258
Mar 26, 2020
170000 LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES
Cleaning and Disinfecting Trucks and Buses
IK1600258
Mar 26, 2020
220000 SEATS
Cleaning and Disinfecting Trucks and Buses
IK1600258
Mar 26, 2020
350000 EQUIPMENT
Cleaning and Disinfecting Trucks and Buses
IK1600258
Mar 26, 2020
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Cleaning and Disinfecting Trucks and Buses
IK0800080
Feb 27, 2020
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
J1939 Data Link Troubleshooting
IK0400159
Jan 13, 2020
030000 SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
Bendix EC80 Blank Module Replacement Program; This document will guide the user through selecting the correct ABS module when it has been determined a replacement is needed. Only Models with EC-80 ABS Controller
IK0800533
Dec 19, 2019
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Key Codes and Key Cutting Information (Not for CV Series)
IK0800533
Dec 19, 2019
350000 EQUIPMENT
Key Codes and Key Cutting Information (Not for CV Series)
IK1201299
Sep 9, 2019
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Oil Capacities; All Electronic International Engines 1994 - Present. Cummins ISB, ISM & ISX
IK0400019
Sep 3, 2019
050000 PARKING BRAKE
Air Powered (SAAR) Park Brake Troubleshooting (Service "P" Light Coming on). Only models with hydraulic brakes
IK1400023
Jul 15, 2019
020000 SUSPENSION
Suspension Lean Diagnostics; All models
IK0800351
Jun 26, 2019
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
J1939 Data Link Source Address Information
IK0200013
May 30, 2019
010000 STEERING
Suggested alignment target values when performing a vehicle axle alignment
IK0200013
May 30, 2019
020000 SUSPENSION
Suggested alignment target values when performing a vehicle axle alignment
K1200716
Mar 28, 2019
355100 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS
Engine Emission Label Replacement, Certificate of Conformance and Clean Idle Sticker Addition Procedure
K1200716
Mar 28, 2019
060000 ENGINE (PWS)
Engine Emission Label Replacement, Certificate of Conformance and Clean Idle Sticker Addition Procedure
IK1400005
Nov 13, 2018
105000 POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE
Driveline Information Center and Troubleshooting Procedures
IK1400005
Nov 13, 2018
350000 EQUIPMENT
Driveline Information Center and Troubleshooting Procedures
IK1400005
Nov 13, 2018
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Driveline Information Center and Troubleshooting Procedures
4328530R1
Nov 1, 2018
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Tool Instruction - BCM Programming Harness
4328530R1
Nov 1, 2018
350000 EQUIPMENT
Tool Instruction - BCM Programming Harness
IK1201299
Sep 20, 2018
060000 ENGINE (PWS)
Engine Oil Capacities All Electronic International Engines 1994 - Present. Cummins ISB, ISM & ISX
IK0800475
Sep 17, 2018
353400 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC.
Radio Diagnostics and Information
IK1900022
Sep 6, 2018
060000 ENGINE (PWS)
A/C Refrigerant and Oil Capacities
IK4300001
Jan 30, 2018
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
Updating OnCommand Link with Accelerator
IK0800080
Jan 22, 2018
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
J1939 Data Link Troubleshooting
IK1200921
Jan 22, 2018
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
ISX, N13, and N9 / N10 Aftertreatment Private Data Link Troubleshooting
IK1201009
Jan 19, 2018
060000 ENGINE (PWS)
Winter Front Usage
IK1201299
Jan 18, 2018
060000 ENGINE (PWS)
Engine Oil Capacities
IK2700100
Jan 10, 2018
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
OnCommand EZ-Tech
IK2500511
Dec 8, 2017
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
Using Supplier Software to Check DTCs
IK0800341
Nov 9, 2017
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Trailer Auxiliary Switch Lamp Burning Out; Only Vehicles Equipped with Feature Code 0008TTH or 0008THG
IK0700097
Sep 22, 2017
061200 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:DIESEL
NEW Ultrasonic DEF Tank Sending Unit; only models with SCR Aftertreatment system.
IK0700097
Sep 22, 2017
063000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM
NEW Ultrasonic DEF Tank Sending Unit; only models with SCR Aftertreatment system.
IK0700096
Sep 5, 2017
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Urea Quality Sensor (UQS) Supplemental Diagnostic and Service Information; only models with SCR Aftertreatment system and N9, N10, N13, A26 or Cummins ISB, ISL, ISX engines built from January 2016
IK0800546
Sep 1, 2017
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
HVAC fault 2609-19 with 4th Gen BCM; Only models equipped with 4th generation BCM
IK1900022
Jun 30, 2017
357100 EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER
A/C Refrigerant and Oil Capacities
IK2900030
Jun 29, 2017
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
Dealer EZ-Tech and Diagnostic Software Support Resource Center
IK0800080
Jun 28, 2017
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
J1939 Data Link Troubleshooting
IK1201363
Jun 27, 2017
070000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
CPA Injector Misfire Detection; Only models with 2004 thru 2017 International engines.
IK2700100
Jun 21, 2017
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
OnCommand EZTech
IK1201360
Jun 7, 2017
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Cylinder Performance Analyzer (CPA) Resource Center; Only models with 2004 thru 2017 International engines.
IK2700090
Jun 5, 2017
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
OnCommand EZ-Tech Download Center
IK0500038
Jan 30, 2017
010000 STEERING
Steering Shake, Shimmy, Shudder, or Steering Vibration; only with 14k front weight rated axles and below
IK0500058
Jan 23, 2017
010000 STEERING
Steering Fluids
IK0800080
Jan 12, 2017
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
J1939 Data Link Troubleshooting
IK0800351
Jan 9, 2017
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
J1939 Data Link Source Address Information
IK1201248
Jan 3, 2017
062000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM
Cooling System Flush Procedure
IK1200029
Jul 25, 2016
062100 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM:RADIATOR ASSEMBLY
RADIATOR INTERNAL RESTRICTION AND FLUSH PROCEDURE
IK-1500051
Mar 23, 2016
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
IK1500051 - DAVCO FUEL PRO 382 TECHNICAL MANUAL, INSTALLATION, DIAGNOSTICS, AND SERVICE
IK0800080
Oct 1, 2014
353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL
J1939 Data Link Troubleshooting
IK0900007
Dec 13, 2013
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Ethylene Glycol Coolant Color Change to be Phased-In Approximately April 1, 2004
IK0400014
Aug 18, 2013
030000 SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
Converting 4000 4 X 2 HPV Models with Hydraulic ABS Brakes to 4 X 4 Configuration may Increase Stopping Distance and is Not Approved by International Truck and Engine Corporation and Merritor Wabco
FG-10914
Oct 8, 2010
063130 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL:GAS RECIRCULATION VALVE (EGR VALVE)
NAVISTAR SERVICE CAMPAIGN: SEE DOCUMENT SEARCH BUTTON FOR OWNER LETTER. THERE IS A SERVICE TO REDUCE ENGINE EGR COOLER FAILURES AND VEHICLE DOWN TIME. *RM
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NHTSA Safety Investigations, INTERNATIONAL 4300
Investigations opened by NHTSA into potential safety defects. These are separate from recalls and may or may not result in a recall.
PE03025
Opened: Jun 9, 2003 , Closed: Oct 7, 2003
STEERING ARM SEPARATION
INTERNATIONAL HAS RECEIVED NO OTHER OWNER REPORTS OF FAILURES OTHER THAN THE EVENT FORWARDED BY ODI.AFTER FURTHER REVIEW OF THE CRASH,IT WAS DETERMINED THAT THE DRIVER RAN OVER A LARGEMETAL OBJECT IN THE ROAD THAT STRUCK THE PITMAN ARM.THE IMPACT WITH THE METAL OBJECT CAUSED ASEVERVE LATERAL LOAD ON... Read more
INTERNATIONAL 4300 - All Years Overview
Complete safety history for the INTERNATIONAL 4300 across all model years (1997, 2018).
56
Total Recalls
58
Total Complaints
1
Investigations
10
Reported Crashes
4
Reported Fires
3
Reported Deaths
INTERNATIONAL 4300 - Year by Year
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